2001 Chrysler Viper vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 134 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Viper | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
